HB1861 requires the Department of Natural Resources to notify the public of smoke impacts from government-initiated and silvicultural burns.

HB1861 mandates that the Department of Natural Resources provide detailed notifications about the start of burns, expected smoke impacts on neighboring towns and cities, and impacts on high poverty or disadvantaged census tracts. The bill also requires the department to set smoke dispersal objectives to minimize air pollution and encourages alternative silvicultural practices to reduce the need for burning. This aims to protect public health, especially for children and families, by allowing them to make informed decisions about outdoor activities.

HB1861 requires the Department of Natural Resources to notify the public of smoke impacts from government-initiated and silvicultural burns.

HB1861 mandates that the Department of Natural Resources provide detailed notifications about the start of burns, expected smoke impacts on neighboring towns and cities, and impacts on high poverty or disadvantaged census tracts. The bill also requires the department to set smoke dispersal objectives to minimize air pollution and encourages alternative silvicultural practices to reduce the need for burning. This aims to protect public health, especially for children and families, by allowing them to make informed decisions about outdoor activities.